More than 10 charity groups earn big from run-down home auction

Add as a preferred source on GoogleA run-down home with a falling ceiling smashed expectations at a weekend auction – and most of the proceeds are going to more than 10 charities and local organisations. The three-bedroom house at 4 Don St, Ashgrove, was put up for sale when its owner passed away, after spending close to three decades in the property. In keeping with the owner’s wishes, the majority of the money made from the sale would go to their favourite groups – including Cancer Council QLD, the National Heart Foundation and the RSPCA. The run-down three-bedroom home at 4 Don St, Ashgrove, managed to sell at auction for $100,000 more than anticipated – and most of the proceeds are going to charity. McGrath Paddington agent Kristian Gorgieski said the property was aged, overgrown and in need of serious repair by the time it went on the market. “It was in really rough condition – it was basically a renovator’s delight,” he said. “By no means was it a knockdown – it just needed a bit of elbow grease.” The deceased estate has falling ceilings and overgrown spaces, and will require a thorough renovation by its new owners. Mr Gorgieski was approached by the owner’s solicitors to han...